Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 62/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,656,761 vs 1,504,467); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1656761 vs 1504467
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4384
- Lighter: 168g vs 203g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 4 points higher (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (67/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (83/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Tecno Phantom X2 by 10.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (75/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Phantom X2 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (67/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (51/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (83/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Tecno Phantom X2 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.